PCOM Information Technology Services (ITS) resources are provided to students to enhance their learning experience. Utilization of these resources for personal gain or illegal or inappropriate activities is prohibited. 

The following are examples of prohibited activity: 

• Accessing (e.g., read, write, modify, delete, copy, move) another user’s files or electronic mail without the College’s approval

• Abuse of network or computer resources

• Attempts to circumvent information security protocols or exploit security loopholes (e.g. bypassing browser configurations; network data capture, etc.)

• Use of the PCOM network for entertainment purposes. 

• Violation of College policies and State, Federal, and local laws

The use of the PCOM computer network is for educational and informational purposes. Abuse or inappropriate use of the PCOM Network will be subject to disciplinary action. All students are responsible for using the PCOM computer labs in a professional, efficient, ethical and lawful manner. 

Use of the network and PCOM systems is a privilege, which may be revoked at any time for misuse. 

PCOM information systems are to be used only for assigned purposes and are not to be used for commercial purposes or non-College-related activities. Fraudulent, harassing or obscene messages and/or materials are not to be sent, printed, requested, or stored. 

All software is licensed to PCOM and may not be copied or distributed. The ITS Department should be contacted regarding licensing, distribution, and installation of non-standard software necessary for the support of special projects. Contact the PCOM ITS Department at 215-871-6110 or by email at support@pcom.edu with questions about PCOM’s information technology policies.